IB and AP Requirements

Language Requirements

If you’re applying for an English-language program and you have not completed at least 3 years of full-time study in an institution where English is the only language of instruction, located in a country where English is an official language, you must submit your official score in one of the following language tests recognized by the University.

If you are applying for a French-language program and you have not completed at least 3 years of full-time study in an institution where French is the only language of instruction, located in a country where French is an official language, you must provide us with your official results in one of the following University-approved language tests.

Competency in English and French is compulsory for French, Translation, and Nutrition programs. If you apply to these programs, you must pass a language proficiency test (with a minimum grade of at least 70%) prior to admission.

If you apply to Second-Language Teaching, you must have an excellent knowledge of the language you intend to teach. A language proficiency test is required.

Admission

Offers of Admission for Ontario High School Students

Basic Requirements for Admission

Some programs have a minimum required admission average of 75%; however, many programs require a greater admission average.

For programs in Science and in Engineering, a combined average of 70% is required in the prerequisite subjects. If you apply to Engineering or Science but lack only 1 prerequisite credit in mathematics or science, you may be considered for admission depending on your academic average. The missing course can be taken at the University either the summer before or during your first term of studies.

Failed and Repeated Courses

uOttawa uses the highest mark. Therefore, if a course is failed and repeated, uOttawa takes the higher of the two marks.

Timing and Process for Admission Decisions

In December 2017, the University of Ottawa will issue conditional offers of admission for fall 2017 to highly qualified applicants. The University will continue to issue offers of admission to qualified applicants until the end of May.

Early offers are based on the average of 3U/M marks or a combination of 3U/M and available 4U/M final marks. No early offers are extended for programs with additional requirements, such as language tests, portfolios, audition, etc.

All offers of admission are conditional. You must successfully complete a minimum of 6 eligible 4U/M courses, including prerequisite subjects of the requested program, obtain a specific admission average, and present proof of your Ontario Secondary School Diploma or the equivalent before September.

Details regarding offers of residence and scholarships will be sent with the offer of admission. You must respond before the date indicated in your offer of admission.

Note About Programs

The programs listed on eINFO are entry programs only. The University of Ottawa offers several areas of study within these programs. For a complete list of degree majors and minors, options, specializations and interdisciplinary programs, visit Programs and courses.

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About eINFO

eINFO is a guide to Ontario universities for Ontario high school students and guidance counsellors. It provides information about university programs, admission requirements and more. eINFO should be used as a starting point for researching university options.